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07-11-05, 08:34 AM
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It'g going to depend on the course and the conditions, so you'll probably want to have 2-3 options. Check this out-
https://www.sheldonbrown.com/singlecross.html
https://www.sheldonbrown.com/singlecross.html
07-14-05, 04:44 PM
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I'm about to build a 42-18. I'm going to use that for baseline, and adjust as I need. Really, I'm just using what's around the basement. I think 39-18 is probably in my future, but I wanted to try out the 42t biopace ring...
07-14-05, 05:20 PM
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i ran a 38x18 most of the time, a 38x20 for hillier courses, the 18 can get pretty rough after 45 minutes when you hit those steep climbing sections, spinning faster is always an option with the 20.
07-14-05, 07:17 PM
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I've got a 46X20 that I use on the fireroads, which seems a little bit steep for the bigger climbs but perfect for flatter areas and more moderate climbs.
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07-20-05, 11:39 AM
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ha so i decided to run 52 18 (what i had from my track bike) the other day, damn my legs hurt. had to run up most hills. but was a blast.
